Advice to the First Year Teachers

You will make it!  It really isn't as bad as everyone makes it out to be. In my opinion, building a sense of community within the classroom was the best thing I have done throughout the year. Students know that I care about them along with the rest of the class. It has REALLY helped me out. Also, know your philosophy and stick to it no matter what anyone else is doing. I see teachers doing things completely different from me all the time. Yes, I question what I'm doing at times... But it's what works best for me and for my students. Don't try and be a teacher whom you're not. Dare to be different! :)